"Mend It, Darn It!" at Ozark Folkways offers a hands-on opportunity to extend the life of your favorite clothing pieces. Attendees can expect to receive all necessary supplies and guidance for mending their garments. This free event is open to the public, promoting sustainable practices and the revival of traditional...
Join Beatriz Segura for a four-week journey into the vibrant world of Tenango embroidery, a traditional art form from the Otomí communities of Hidalgo, Mexico. In this series, participants will learn the foundations of color selection, how to “paint” with thread using signature fill stitches, and the cultural stories behind...
An Open Mic featuring songwriters, each performing one original song, SOLO ONLY (unless there's a co-writer), without a band or accompanying musicians. First-come-first-served. CDs may be displayed and sold. Upcoming performances by participants may be posted. This is a FREE EVENT, and it isn't only for songwriters...... ...
The SSV jams are an opportunity for veterans to come together and play music, practice skills and share camaraderie in a comfortable, safe environment. SSV jams occur every second and fourth Sunday.
Old time jam, led by Pete Howard, begins at 6 with square dancing called by Steve Green and friends beginning at 7. The Old Time Jam and Square Dance occurs every first Tuesday from 6-9. Dancing is beginner friendly and partners are not required!
Ozark Folkways hosts free musical lessons specifically for veterans, guided by instructor Lee Haight, at the Fayetteville Folk School. This ongoing program provides an opportunity for veterans to learn and engage with music every first and third Monday, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM.
Join the Bluegrass Jam at Ozark Folkways' Fayetteville Folk School for a monthly community gathering dedicated to spontaneous bluegrass music. This recurring event, held every fourth Tuesday from 6-9 PM, invites attendees to bring their instruments and participate in the jam session or simply enjoy an evening of traditional folk...
This is an opportunity to get to know your machine and hopefully begin your friendship with it. Sewing machines are such great tools for repairing and expressing your creativity but take time to get acquainted with. In this class we hope to do just that. We will learn the basics...
A gathering of musicians playing Irish tunes and songs in a circle. Tunes are mostly lively and rhythmic. Tunes are played together--that is, simultaneously, as in old-time music, instead of taking instrumental solos in turn as is common in bluegrass or jazz jams. Musicians play either by ear or by...